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A Global Harbourfront Icon for Hong Kong
Henderson Land has officially unveiled Central Yards, an ambitious and sustainable mixed-use development on the New Central Harbourfront – with Lead8 as the design architect.
With over 1.6 million square feet of gross floor area, Central Yards is poised to become a global harbourfront icon for Hong Kong and the world.
Centered on a powerful concept of “The Bridge”, Central Yards is an iconic groundscraper spanning approximately 400 meters along Victoria Harbour, forming Central’s longest architecture and a new horizontal skyline. The district acts as a unifying spine that connects Central’s diverse neighbourhoods and the harbourfront.
Offering over 700,000 square feet of premium office and ancillary space, Central Yards features the largest office floorplate in Hong Kong’s CBD – designed for modern headquarters and innovation driven financial organisations. More than 70% of Phase 1 office and ancillary space has already been leased.
Central’s First Sky Garden Rich in Urban Biodiversity
Central Yards is defined by its unprecedented scale of open space and its commitment to people centric, biophilic urban design. At its heart is Central’s largest sky garden rich in urban biodiversity – an approximately 300 metre elevated landscape of over 160,000 square feet that offers a lush, immersive experience above the city and creates a balanced environment for people and habitats.
Over 300,000 square feet of multi-level open green space, integrated with innovative design features such as Urban Windows, optimises the microclimate by channelling fresh air and daylight through the development. Planted with more than 400 trees and 280 plant species, Central Yards offers a unique place for public gathering, events and everyday enjoyment.
Introducing Retail Hybridity
Envisioned as a “city within a city”, Central Yards puts placemaking at the core of its retail vision for the new generation. Phase 1, spanning over 300,000 square feet, introduces a street first, promenade led environment that seamlessly merges indoor and outdoor realms. Purpose-designed maisons with open terraces and duplex concepts elevate the brand experience, redefining the future retail journey.
Championing the spirit of hybridity, Central Yards unites first-to-market brands and labels, homegrown innovators, and signature al-fresco dining in a dynamic mix of experiences. Its vibrant public realm – anchored by twelve outdoor event spaces enlivened by pop-up kiosks, cultural markets, and seasonal festivals – will transform the harbourfront into a round-the-clock hub of energy and engagement.
Designed to inspire connection and discovery, Central Yards invites locals, the Central community, and global travelers to experience Hong Kong’s urban pulse in a bold new way.
A New Cultural Gateway
Central Yards will introduce Hong Kong’s one-and-only private Broadway calibre theatre, establishing an iconic cultural anchor along the harbourfront. This state-of-the-art venue, designed and engineered to international specifications offers seating for over 1,100 guests and is fully equipped to host a broad spectrum of world class performances, from global premieres and flagship concerts to immersive productions and cross disciplinary showcases.
Envisioned as a new cultural gateway, the theatre will bring top-tier global productions to Hong Kong while celebrating local talent and stories on an international stage.
Pioneering Sustainable Design Innovations
Central Yards sets a new benchmark for ESG excellence and sustainable urban development in Hong Kong, integrating one of Hong Kong’s most comprehensive suites of green and smart building innovations – from an innovative smart facade system that offers 30% higher energy efficiency compared to other Grade A offices, to eco-friendly recycled materials and space-tech efficient energy storage technology.
The development has secured or registered for the highest standards from nine of the world’s most respected green and smart building certifications – with additional accreditations in progress. These include BEAM Plus for New Buildings and New Neighbourhoods, as well as LEED, WELL, SITES, CGBL, CHBL, SmartScore and WiredScore, reflecting a holistic approach that advances energy efficiency, wellness, ecology, digital readiness and long term resilience.
By fusing urban biodiversity enhancement, design innovations, data driven operations, Central Yards aspires to redefine and become a sustainable, people-centric district on Hong Kong’s harbourfront.
Images are courtesy of Henderson Land – for reference only and subject to further design development.
Project Details:
Location: Hong Kong, China
Client: Henderson Land Development Company Limited
Size: 1.6 million sqft
Design Architect – Lead8
Landscape Architect – PWP Landscape Architects
Retail Interior Designer – AL_A
Theatre Designer – UNS
Executive Architect – Wong & Ouyang
Lighting Designer – Speirs Major
Structural Engineer – ARUP Structure
Henderson Land has officially unveiled Central Yards, an ambitious and sustainable mixed-use development on the New Central Harbourfront – with Lead8 as the design architect.
With over 1.6 million square feet of gross floor area, Central Yards is poised to become a global harbourfront icon for Hong Kong and the world.
Centered on a powerful concept of “The Bridge”, Central Yards is an iconic groundscraper spanning approximately 400 meters along Victoria Harbour, forming Central’s longest architecture and a new horizontal skyline. The district acts as a unifying spine that connects Central’s diverse neighbourhoods and the harbourfront.
Offering over 700,000 square feet of premium office and ancillary space, Central Yards features the largest office floorplate in Hong Kong’s CBD – designed for modern headquarters and innovation driven financial organisations. More than 70% of Phase 1 office and ancillary space has already been leased.
Central’s First Sky Garden Rich in Urban Biodiversity
Central Yards is defined by its unprecedented scale of open space and its commitment to people centric, biophilic urban design. At its heart is Central’s largest sky garden rich in urban biodiversity – an approximately 300 metre elevated landscape of over 160,000 square feet that offers a lush, immersive experience above the city and creates a balanced environment for people and habitats.
Over 300,000 square feet of multi-level open green space, integrated with innovative design features such as Urban Windows, optimises the microclimate by channelling fresh air and daylight through the development. Planted with more than 400 trees and 280 plant species, Central Yards offers a unique place for public gathering, events and everyday enjoyment.
Introducing Retail Hybridity
Envisioned as a “city within a city”, Central Yards puts placemaking at the core of its retail vision for the new generation. Phase 1, spanning over 300,000 square feet, introduces a street first, promenade led environment that seamlessly merges indoor and outdoor realms. Purpose-designed maisons with open terraces and duplex concepts elevate the brand experience, redefining the future retail journey.
Championing the spirit of hybridity, Central Yards unites first-to-market brands and labels, homegrown innovators, and signature al-fresco dining in a dynamic mix of experiences. Its vibrant public realm – anchored by twelve outdoor event spaces enlivened by pop-up kiosks, cultural markets, and seasonal festivals – will transform the harbourfront into a round-the-clock hub of energy and engagement.
Designed to inspire connection and discovery, Central Yards invites locals, the Central community, and global travelers to experience Hong Kong’s urban pulse in a bold new way.
A New Cultural Gateway
Central Yards will introduce Hong Kong’s one-and-only private Broadway calibre theatre, establishing an iconic cultural anchor along the harbourfront. This state-of-the-art venue, designed and engineered to international specifications offers seating for over 1,100 guests and is fully equipped to host a broad spectrum of world class performances, from global premieres and flagship concerts to immersive productions and cross disciplinary showcases.
Envisioned as a new cultural gateway, the theatre will bring top-tier global productions to Hong Kong while celebrating local talent and stories on an international stage.
Pioneering Sustainable Design Innovations
Central Yards sets a new benchmark for ESG excellence and sustainable urban development in Hong Kong, integrating one of Hong Kong’s most comprehensive suites of green and smart building innovations – from an innovative smart facade system that offers 30% higher energy efficiency compared to other Grade A offices, to eco-friendly recycled materials and space-tech efficient energy storage technology.
The development has secured or registered for the highest standards from nine of the world’s most respected green and smart building certifications – with additional accreditations in progress. These include BEAM Plus for New Buildings and New Neighbourhoods, as well as LEED, WELL, SITES, CGBL, CHBL, SmartScore and WiredScore, reflecting a holistic approach that advances energy efficiency, wellness, ecology, digital readiness and long term resilience.
By fusing urban biodiversity enhancement, design innovations, data driven operations, Central Yards aspires to redefine and become a sustainable, people-centric district on Hong Kong’s harbourfront.
Images are courtesy of Henderson Land – for reference only and subject to further design development.
Project Details:
Location: Hong Kong, China
Client: Henderson Land Development Company Limited
Size: 1.6 million sqft
Design Architect – Lead8
Landscape Architect – PWP Landscape Architects
Retail Interior Designer – AL_A
Theatre Designer – UNS
Executive Architect – Wong & Ouyang
Lighting Designer – Speirs Major
Structural Engineer – ARUP Structure
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